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Destination Guides, Neighbourhood Guides, New York City

East Village: NYC Neighborhood Guide

The East Village is New York City‘s original counterculture neighborhood. As the birthplace of punk rock, dozens of major musicians launched their careers here, such as Madonna, Blondie, Talking Heads, Pink Floyd and The Strokes to name a few. Despite the changes that have swept the neighborhood over the last thirty years, East Village clings to it’s alternative past and longtime residents still march to … Continue reading East Village: NYC Neighborhood Guide

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Destination Guides, Paris

5 Days In Paris: A Return Trip Itinerary

Five days of croissants, crepes and cafe terrasses was the perfect return trip to Paris, my first favourite city in the world. This was my fifth visit to Paris, but it has been more than a decade since my last visit! On this trip, we balanced re-visiting some of the city’s most beautiful icons like Sacre Coeur and the Arc du Triomphe, with plenty of … Continue reading 5 Days In Paris: A Return Trip Itinerary

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City Guides, Edinburgh

15 of The Best Things to Do in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is one of the most enchanting cities in the UK. With more than a thousand years of history, its beautiful medieval Old Town and elegant New Town side by side, more than 100 parks, a thriving literary scene and home to the largest arts festival in the world, it’s easy to see why Edinburgh is the second-most visited destination in Britain. When I visited … Continue reading 15 of The Best Things to Do in Edinburgh

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Hudson Valley, New York State, USA

Upstate Escape: A Weekend in Hudson, NY

The key to living in New York City is knowing when to get the hell out of Dodge. Those reprieves are obviously fewer and farther between during the pandemic! Our first real escape out of town (apart from my work trips to the North Fork) in 2020 was in August, when we spent a three-day weekend in Hudson. Hudson is the largest town in the … Continue reading Upstate Escape: A Weekend in Hudson, NY

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Cyclades, Islands & Beaches, Milos

Highlights from 5 Days in Milos, Greece

On rugged, mountainous Milos, you’re at the mercy of the wind. The Greek island has more beaches than any other island in the Cyclades, but the day’s wind will dictate which ones to visit. The windswept, volcanic terrain creates other-worldly landscapes across the island, like the famous, moon-like Sarakiniko beach. The island was once popular with pirates, who hid out in the chalky white caves … Continue reading Highlights from 5 Days in Milos, Greece

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London

5 Days in London: Itinerary with the best things to do, see & eat

London is the ultimate metropolis. Home to millions of people, distinct neighbourhoods each with long histories, and home to many of the world’s most exciting artists, creatives and thinkers. We spent 5 days in London in June this year, which was the perfect proper introduction to the city.  It was my third time in London, but the first time I’d spent more than 24 hours … Continue reading 5 Days in London: Itinerary with the best things to do, see & eat

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City Guides, New York City, Travel Itineraries

Itinerary: 5 Days in New York City for First Time Visitors

Planning your first trip to New York City is exciting and overwhelming in equal measure. If you’re spending 5 days in New York City for the first time, there’s a mind-boggling number of things to do, see and eat. Planning a 5 day itinerary can seem impossible! I’ve lived in New York City and have used this experience to design what I think is the … Continue reading Itinerary: 5 Days in New York City for First Time Visitors

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East Coast Tasmania, Launceston & North, Tasmania, Travel Itineraries

3 Days in Tasmania: Wineglass Bay, Freycinet & The Tamar Valley

Wineglass Bay in Tasmania is famous for being one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and has long been high on my travel wishlist. Located in Freycinet National Park on the beautiful East Coast of Tasmania, we visited in September on a 3-day trip from Melbourne. We built our 3 day itinerary around visiting Wineglass Bay & Freycinet, with some time spent in Launceston … Continue reading 3 Days in Tasmania: Wineglass Bay, Freycinet & The Tamar Valley

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Neighbourhood Guides, Paris

Paris’ 2nd Arrondissement Guide: Bourse, Sentier & Montorgueil 

The 2nd arrondissement is one of Paris‘ best kept secrets. Home to the neighbourhoods of Bourse, Sentier and Montorgueil, this elegant and charming arrondissement manages to fly under the radar despite it’s central location. It was one of my favourite neighbourhoods in Paris on my most recent visit, and one I’d previously overlooked. Located in the heart of Paris, it’s the city’s smallest neighbourhood. Despite … Continue reading Paris’ 2nd Arrondissement Guide: Bourse, Sentier & Montorgueil 

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History, Ireland

Glendalough: Ireland’s Ancient Monastic City in the Wicklow Mountains

The Glendalough monastic city  is one of the most treasured Early Medieval sites in Ireland, and has attracted pilgrims for more than 1400 years. Today, it’s one of the most beloved sites in Ireland’s Ancient East region and a popular day trip from Dublin. Highlights of a trip to Glendalough include wandering through the magnificent Romanesque ruins of the monastic city and an amble through the … Continue reading Glendalough: Ireland’s Ancient Monastic City in the Wicklow Mountains

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